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Space is a critical domain, connecting our technologies, our security and our humanity. While others view space as a destination, we see it as a realm of possibilities, where we can do more — we can innovate, invest, inspire and integrate our capabilities to transform the future. 

At Lockheed Martin Space, we aim to harness the full potential of space to cultivate innovation, reduce costs, and push the boundaries of what technology can achieve. We’re creating future-ready solutions, focusing on resiliency and urgency through our 21st Century Security® vision. We’re erasing boundaries and forming partnerships across industries and around the world. We’re advancing spacecraft and the workforce to fuel the next generation. And we’re reimagining how space can connect us, ensuring security and prosperity.
Join us in shaping a new era in space and find a career that's built for you.

Fleet Ballistic Missiles (FBM) is one of Lockheed Martin’s best-in-class Lines of Businesses that prioritizes partnership, integrity and reliability. Controls Engineering is an organization within FBM that facilitates control of the missile through servo actuators, gas hydraulic systems and small rocket motors.

This role is for an Associate Manager on the Boost Control Systems (BCS) Team. We are a community of engineers looking for a dependable engineer to join our tight-knit group. As the associate Manager you will be responsible for doing research, planning, design and development of mechanical products and systems for production, transmission, measurement, and use of energy. Responsible for coordinating subordinate employee recruitment, selection and training, performance assessment, work assignments, salary, and recognition/disciplinary actions. Additional responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Partner with leaders on workforce strategy, capability development, talent mobility, and opportunities to grow and deploy talent across teams.
• Directing technical evaluations of product requirements, specifications, and designs.
• Collaborating with program management, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and customers to resolve quality/technical issues.
• Leading failure investigations, material review board decisions, and corrective/preventive actions.
• Developing and implementing strategies to improve internal and supplier performance.

Basic Qualifications

• STEM bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or higher and/or equivalent experience/combined education
• Experienced professional in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, or manufacturing/process engineering
• Experience in project or personnel management or team lead experience
• Excellent communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Understanding of Engineering Lifecycle
• Ability to work in a collaborative and team-based environment
• Ability to obtain a secret security clearance

Desired Skills

• Active security Clearance
• Experience supporting or leading transformation, business operations, program management, organizational change, or process improvement initiatives
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to turn data into actionable insights
• Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence across multiple levels of an organization
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, work across teams, and drive initiatives from concept through execution
• Demonstrated experience using GenAI tools and AI assistants to accelerate deliverables, improve productivity, and enhance the quality and speed of work
• Experience in failure analysis, corrective action, and presenting to top level management
• Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice